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Black & Abroad: My Experience in Chengdu, China
Posted On February 17, 2021

Hello explorers! If this is our first time meeting, I’m Cy-Anne and I just got back from studying abroad in China during summer 2018. I shared my adventures, wisdom I gained, …

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My Identity Abroad  / Tips & Advice
People of Color Should Study Abroad – A Student’s Perspective
February 9, 2021

As a person of color, specifically a Black woman, its very disheartening to go abroad and see the lack of diversity among your fellow international students. People of color should …


Alumni Stories  / My Identity Abroad  / Student Stories
Being Black in Spain
February 4, 2021

There were so many things I was worried about before studying abroad. Most of them were normal jitters that I’m sure almost every student studying abroad could relate to -- …


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Embracing The Unknown: Taking The Leap Into Study Abroad As An Underrepresented Student
December 2, 2020

The decision to study abroad comes with a lot of questions: Where will I go? Will I receive enough credits to stay on track for my degree? Can I afford …


Adventuring  / Alumni Stories  / My Identity Abroad  / Tips & Advice
6 Days of Adventures to Get Out of My Comfort Zone
October 13, 2020

After being abroad for several weeks, I noticed myself developing a routine of coming straight to my room once I was done sitting through multiple hours of classes. However, I …


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Let’s Get Real – Studying Abroad as an Underrepresented Student
June 19, 2020

During International Education Week, USAC alumna, Aminah King alongside three of her USAC peers gave a presentation and panel discussion for students of color, first-generation students, and students with limited …


Alumni Stories  / My Identity Abroad  / Student Stories  / Tips & Advice
Studying Abroad as an LGBTQ+ Male Student – Alumni Q&A
June 11, 2020

DeVanté Thomas-Pittman studied abroad in Lyon, France in Summer 2018. He is a French and German major from the University of North Carolina, Charlotte. DeVanté identifies as a Black-American gay …


My Identity Abroad  / Student Stories  / Tips & Advice
How I Decided and Prepared for Study Abroad in Ghana
October 8, 2019

Akwaaba! Ghana was immensely inviting when I arrived for my study abroad in Ghana. For the first two days, I was quiet and timid. But, that soon melted when I …


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The Gift of Perspective
September 6, 2019

The scariest part about studying abroad is that deep down, in your heart of hearts, you have no real idea of what to expect. Advisors can warn you about culture …


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One Student’s Experience Studying Abroad in Two Thailand Locations
July 26, 2019

If you've been considering heading to the Land of Smiles then you know that USAC has two study abroad locations in Thailand; Khon Kaen and Chiang Mai. Deciding which program to …

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